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Poverty / Children / Scotland. Black Hills of Glasgow feature
Poverty/Children/Scotland. Black Hills of Glasgow feature. A broken-down area of poverty and filth where families find it hard to get hire purchase or TV rental because of the stigma attached to Blackhill. But if the parents are happy, what about the children? Do they notice the dirt and the lack of opportunity? July 1971
WATFORD
Mirrorpix
Glasgow
Scotland
Media ID 21363562
© Mirrorpix
Glasgow Mother Poor Poverty Scotland Social History Streets
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This poignant print captures the harsh reality of poverty and its impact on children in Scotland's Black Hills of Glasgow. The image depicts a broken-down area marred by filth, where families struggle to access basic amenities like hire purchase or TV rental due to the stigma attached to this impoverished neighborhood. The photographer raises thought-provoking questions about the well-being of these children amidst such dire circumstances. While their parents may find solace and happiness despite the hardships, one cannot help but wonder if these young souls are aware of their surroundings - the dirt-laden streets and limited opportunities that surround them. Taken in July 1971, this snapshot serves as a powerful reminder of Scotland's social history during the 1970s. It sheds light on the struggles faced by marginalized communities and highlights how poverty can cast long-lasting shadows over innocent lives. Memory Lane Prints has preserved this evocative piece, allowing us to reflect upon our society's progress in tackling poverty since then. As we view this photograph, let it serve as a call for empathy and action towards creating a more equitable future for all children who deserve better than what they see through those lensed eyes – an opportunity-filled world free from deprivation and limitations.
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